Fame, Once Established, Is Not Fleeting
New research finds that celebrity status is surprisingly stable over time.
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In Zambia, Cambodia, Nigeria, Domestic Violence Is Less and Less OK
Domestic violence may not be on the decline, but a new study suggests that acceptance of it is.
The Manly Origins of Cheerleading
Prior to the 1960s, the ideal cheerleader was a strong male athlete with leadership skills.
Sports No Longer Last Bastion of Homophobia
The NBA’s Jason Collins’ revelation of his homosexuality may seem revolutionary, but in fact it’s the culmination of a trend.
Fighting Words
ESPN’s Chris Broussard’s attack on homosexuality, sparked by the first coming out of a major American athlete, should not be condoned as free speech.
NBA Player Jason Collins Becomes First Openly Gay Major American Athlete
The 12-year veteran makes his announcement in this week's issue of Sports Illustrated.
Making (Cheap, Monotonous) Online Work More Meaningful
New research suggests people doing piecemeal work online keep at it longer if the task is seen as significant.
The Great White Hoax
How an average fighter used racially coded language to tap into some dark insecurities and rise through the ranks of the UFC.
Emotional Reactions of Atheists May Reveal Echoes of Belief
A recently published study from Finland finds that even atheists have a hard time asking God to harm their loved ones.
How Friendship Can Help Put an End to Rape
Recognizing that friendships are the relationships with the least amount of inequality changes how we engage men in efforts to end sexual assault.